What can you talk about with a digital companion?
A digital companion like Elsy can chat with you about your day, look up the news when you ask, and give you a quiz, a word game or a story she makes up. She also writes down the stories of your life and reminds you about appointments and medicines. Elsy doesn't play music or the radio.
A digital companion can keep you company in many ways. An AI companion like Elsy can chat about your day, catch you up on the news or give you a bit of fun.
Small talk and everyday conversation
Digital companions like Elsy can talk with you about your day or the news. You talk with Elsy using your voice, and she's someone to talk to whenever you feel like it.
Time with other people matters for your quality of life. According to the WHO, loneliness and social isolation have significant impacts on health and well-being, and strong social connections can lead to better health and a longer life. The US National Institute on Aging calls staying connected with family, friends and neighbors a great way to ward off isolation and loneliness.
A conversation with Elsy doesn't replace people. But a daily conversation can help keep your mind active, and it can feel good to have someone to talk to when you're home on your own.
What you might talk about
Elsy can ask about your plans for the day or what's coming up. She can also ask about your memories, which can lead to long, lively conversations. If you're in the mood for some fun, ask her for a quiz, a word game or a story she makes up.
Conversations about what you enjoy
Elsy adapts to your interests by remembering what you tell her. If you enjoy a particular topic, she can come back to it.
How Elsy gets to know you
Because she remembers your interests, Elsy can make your conversations more relevant to you. You can also teach her words, like a word from your local dialect or how a name is pronounced. And you choose the language: Elsy speaks 15 languages.
“It's just such a relief to say to Elsy: I don't know anything about this. And it's embarrassing, because a man my age ought to know it. And then she tells me: Don't worry about that. Let me help you.”
Helge, 72, talks with Elsy (translated from Danish)
News and information
Elsy can catch you up on the news when you ask. She looks it up online, and then the two of you can talk about it. Ask, for example, "What's in the news today?"
Looking things up
You can also ask about the weather forecast, opening hours or something happening in your town, and Elsy will look it up. She doesn't send you news on her own, so you're the one who asks. See more examples of how to look up the weather and opening hours.
Life stories and memories
When you tell Elsy about your life, she writes the story up afterward with your own words as quotes. You can send a story to your family whenever you like, which can bring you closer.
How life stories are made
After your conversation, Elsy writes a short story, sometimes with a picture painted by Elsy. You can read it or listen to it in the app, and the stories stay there for you to go back to. See more about life stories.
Daily routines and reminders
Elsy can also help with your daily routine. She can set reminders for your daily tasks and your medicines, which can give your day a steady structure.
How Elsy helps with routines
A reminder from Elsy shows up as a message on your phone, so you can keep track of appointments and daily tasks without fuss. See more about reminders and daily routines.
How to get started
Download Elsy from the App Store or Google Play, open the app and tap Talk to Elsy. Tell her about your day, or ask her for a quiz. You can try Elsy free for 3 days on your own phone. Here's how Elsy works, step by step.
Frequently asked questions
Can Elsy tell me the news?
Yes. When you ask, Elsy looks up the news and tells you about it. She can also look up the weather forecast and opening hours for places nearby.
How does Elsy get to know what I like?
Elsy remembers what you tell her about your interests and brings it into later conversations. She doesn't remember everything, and she doesn't remember it word for word.
Can Elsy help with reminders?
Yes. Elsy can set reminders for medicines, appointments and other daily activities, to help you keep track of your schedule. The reminder shows up as a message on your phone.
What are life stories with Elsy?
After a conversation, Elsy writes up the stories you've told her as life stories, with your own words as quotes. You can read them in the app and send them to your family whenever you like.
This is general information, not medical advice. Every situation is different, so talk to a doctor about yours.